Jonas Olsson believes the postponement of West Brom Albion’s game at Sunderland was a blessing in disguise.

The Baggies’ Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light, scheduled for last Saturday, was called off as a result of Sunderland’s appearance in the Capital One Cup Final on Sunday.

Albion have yet to win under Pepe Mel since his appointment towards the end of January.

Matters have not been helped by the notion that some players have yet to fully buy into Mel’s methods – which, in turn, have cast doubt over Albion’s survival credentials and the head coach’s future at the club.

Olsson has not commented on the recent media reports but the 30-year-old believes a free fortnight will have helped the club’s cause. He said: “Training has been good.

“With the gaffer and the coaching staff, we’ve had time to work on the things we need to do better.

“In that respect, the postponed game with Sunderland came at a good time.